Swan 47 S&S Sailboats for Sale

Sparkman & Stephens·1975 – 1984·~70 hulls·Nautor
Swan 47 S&S drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
47.83' · 14.58 m
Disp.
32,400 lbs · 14,696 kg
First year
1975

The Swan 47, designed by the legendary firm Sparkman & Stephens (Design No. 2239), is frequently cited by maritime historians as the zenith of the NautorS&S collaboration. Launched in 1975 and produced until 1982, this model arrived at a pivotal moment when yacht design was transitioning from the extreme "pinchedend" IOR (International Offshore Rule) racing shapes toward more balanced, seaworthy hull forms. With 70 hulls completed during its production run, the 47 earned a reputation as a "gentleman’s racer" that could cross oceans with speed and an almost clinical level of predictability. According to the Nautor Swan Heritage archives, the vessel was offered in two distinct versions: the Mk I, featuring a traditional companionway, and the Mk II, which introduced a bridgedeck arrangement for increased safety in heavy seas and a modified interior layout.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 153,989
Asking price · 5 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
5 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+0.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
Italy (40.0%) · United States (40.0%) · Netherlands (20.0%)

Recent Listings

4 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Swan 47 S&S listings appear across 3 countries. Italy has the most listings with 2 (40.0%), followed by United States and Netherlands.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country view

5 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Italy$ 154,5092140.0%
United States$ 175,0002040.0%
Netherlands$ 113,3071020.0%

Comparable models

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Similar boats to compare

6 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
North Wind 4746.75'$ 193,884208
Wauquiez Centurion 4747.33'$ 78,400146
Cheoy Lee Offshore 4746.75'$ 124,950111
Beneteau Oceanis 4747.9'$ 441,43693
Nautor Swan Swan 48-249.51'$ 793,33060
Swan 47 S&SYou are here$ 153,98951

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Swan 47 S&S cost?+
The median asking price for a used Swan 47 S&S over the past 12 months is $153,989. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Swan 47 S&S sailboats are for sale?+
1 Swan 47 S&S listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 5 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Swan 47 S&S prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Swan 47 S&S is up 0.3% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Swan 47 S&S sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Swan 47 S&S listings over the past 12 months are Italy (40.0%), United States (40.0%), Netherlands (20.0%).
05Do Swan 47 S&S listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Swan 47 S&S listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 1.9% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Swan 47 S&S?+
Comparable models include North Wind 47, Wauquiez Centurion 47, Cheoy Lee Offshore 47. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.